1973 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Renault 14
To start off, 1977 Renault 14 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 14 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1977 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 14 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
