1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 354 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1096 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
