2000 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 275 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356.
Because 1955 Porsche 356 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 1955 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda Civic (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 356 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |