1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 915 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1954 Austin A 135 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 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 135 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
