1972 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 362 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 1973 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Firenza |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 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 | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |