1954 Austin A 70 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 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 70. 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 70 | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1096 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |