1972 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 600 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1132 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.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 777 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
