1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 55 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |