1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Fellow | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
