1973 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1996 Proton Tiara is newer by 23 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 1 more horse power than 1996 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Tiara weights approximately 35 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 1996 Proton Tiara | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Civic | Tiara |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 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 | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |