1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Honda |
Model | Sports Convertible | Civic |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1167 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2690 mm |