2007 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Singer Vogue II
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Singer Vogue II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Singer Vogue II would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Singer Vogue II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 898 kg more than 1963 Singer Vogue II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Singer Vogue II 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 1963 Singer Vogue II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Singer Vogue II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1963 Singer Vogue II | |
| Make | Honda | Singer |
| Model | Civic | Vogue II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
