2005 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 958 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1953 Humber Pullman 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 1953 Humber Pullman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1953 Humber Pullman (286 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Honda | Humber |
| Model | Civic | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
