1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 338 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
