1955 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1992 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Tickford | Civic |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
