1972 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 34 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Pontiac Solstice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Solstice |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |