1972 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 37 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 405 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Civic | Kalina |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |