1972 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Porsche 356 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Porsche 356 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 1957 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1957 Porsche 356 (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 356 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |