1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 1300 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1988 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
