1972 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 445 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 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Yaris |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |