1957 Austin A135 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1957 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A135 | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |