1999 Honda Civic vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar Type-C weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Jaguar Type-C 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 1951 Jaguar Type-C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (330 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar Type-C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | Type-C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
