2005 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 518 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jaguar 420G 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 420G. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | 420G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
