1973 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 728 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK 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 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
