1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1959 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 90 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1186 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |