1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 345 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, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 2004 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Fellow | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
