1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 329 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 1958 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Civic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
