1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |