1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 95 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 1956 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 95 | Civic |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 118 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |