1973 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Mazda 323
To start off, 1991 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 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, 1991 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 323 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1991 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 323 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 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 | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
