1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 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 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 55 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
