1996 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 495 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A.
Because 1958 Porsche 550 A 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 1958 Porsche 550 A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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.
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1996 Honda Civic | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 550 A |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |