1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 444 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (151 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 35 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |