1972 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 33 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 892 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
