2004 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk would be higher. At 3,050 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk weights approximately 196 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk 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 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk (206 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1957 Studebaker Silver Hawk | |
| Make | Honda | Studebaker |
| Model | Civic | Silver Hawk |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
