1958 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 1958 Austin Princess 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 Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1958 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Princess | Civic |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1802 cc |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2710 mm |