1972 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 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 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Honda Civic (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
