1973 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
