1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 58 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 640 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, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 30 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1799 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 |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
