1973 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Spider is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Spider weights approximately 330 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.
Because 1995 Renault Spider 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 1995 Renault Spider. 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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Spider |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
