1954 Buick 40 vs. 1974 Honda Civic
To start off, 1974 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 40 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 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1974 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 675 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2210 mm |