1970 Opel GT 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 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT 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 72 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 1970 Opel GT 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 1970 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | GT | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
