1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 30 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| 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 |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
