1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 706 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 30 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
