1964 Checker Town vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Checker Town (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Checker Town should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Checker Town weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Checker Town 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 1964 Checker Town. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Checker | Honda |
| Model | Town | Civic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2630 mm |
