1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 2011 Honda Civic

To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 91 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.

Because 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II 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-Healey 3000 Mk II. 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, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II 2011 Honda Civic
Make Austin-Healey Honda
Model 3000 Mk II Civic
Year Released 1962 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 181 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1158 kg 1249 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1785 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm


 

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