1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (108 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 Austin A 60 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 A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 2003 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 60 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
