1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Impala 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 1967 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Impala | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
