1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 159 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Civic |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |