1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 453 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin A 40 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (118 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 40 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
