1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 95 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 95 | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |