2001 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 348 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jaguar Type S 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 1966 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | Type S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
