1957 Allard GT vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Allard GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Allard GT (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Allard GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Allard GT.
Because 1957 Allard GT 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 1957 Allard GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1957 Allard GT (289 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 1957 Allard GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Allard GT | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Allard | Honda |
Model | GT | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |