1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 59 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 35 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 70 | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |