1950 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 502 kg more than 1950 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Volkswagen Beetle | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Beetle | Civic |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1435 mm |
