1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 89 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daimler | Honda |
| Model | Conquest | Civic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
