1967 Holden HR 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 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 228 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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 1967 Holden HR. 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | HR | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
