2008 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 156 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Civic | 420G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
