1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (117 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 544 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
