1973 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 1,168 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota 1000 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 Toyota 1000 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 1968 Toyota 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | 1000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |