1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 3-Litre | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |