1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 99. 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, 1964 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 99 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 99 | Civic |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |