1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 144 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Commodore | Civic |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |