1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP) has 375 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford GT 40 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 1968 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 1975 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | GT 40 | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 637 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 42 L |