1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 54 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 1,667 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 220 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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1667 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
