2000 Honda Civic vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 370 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
