1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 1978 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,921 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Aston Martin DB2 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 1954 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1978 Honda Civic | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB2 | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2921 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |