1972 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 29 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 1022 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Avantime |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |