1974 Austin 1800 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 80 kg more than 1974 Austin 1800.
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, 1974 Austin 1800 (137 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 1974 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
