1971 Austin 1800 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
