1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 311 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 99 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 99 | Civic |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
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 Weight | 1530 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |