1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 53 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 6 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Civic |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |
