1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 1979 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Civic |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |