1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 2004. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 2004 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
