1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Because 1971 Chrysler Newport 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 1971 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Newport | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
