1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Biscayne | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
