1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 303 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 90. 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 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 |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1445 mm |
