1953 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 1953 Buick 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 1953 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1177 kg |