1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 40 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
Because 1958 Austin A 40 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Honda Civic (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2210 mm |