1972 Porsche 914 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 1972 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1972 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 914 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
