1972 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 20 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 298 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.
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, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1992 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
