1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 31 kg more than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Mangusta | Civic |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 174 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |