1955 Buick 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 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | 40 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1160 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
