1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 377 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Dino | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
