1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 2 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1972 Ferrari Dino 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 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Dino | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
