1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |