1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99.
Because 1962 Austin A 99 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 1962 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 99 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
