1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Civic weights approximately 591 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Fellow | Civic |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |