1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
Because 1967 Jaguar 240 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 Jaguar 240. 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2012 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1967 Jaguar 240 has manual transmission. 1967 Jaguar 240 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:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Jaguar | Honda |
| Model | 240 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1216 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
