1972 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 237 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |