1973 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 595 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 626 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |