1973 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 20 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 770 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Verada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
