1972 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic.
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 Toyota Corolla (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |