1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon 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 Jeep Station Wagon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Station Wagon | Civic |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
