1972 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
