1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 57 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 30 | Civic |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |