1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1963 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 1963 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1963 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (194 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
