1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 550 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |