1972 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 177 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |