1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 845 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Sixty | Civic |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |