1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 924 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac 62 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 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | 62 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
