1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 240 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |