1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |