1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 461 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (151 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 35 | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |