1972 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2002 Mazda Spiano is newer by 30 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Spiano weights approximately 102 kg more 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, 1972 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Spiano |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |