1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 235 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 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Civic |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |