2006 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 40 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 115 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 703 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar 420G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | 420G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
