1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 584 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 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 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Civic (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 30 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
