1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Civic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
