1972 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 28 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 552 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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2000 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
