1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 52 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 432 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |