1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 1964 Austin A 110 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 1964 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2012 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| 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 | 120 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
