1973 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider 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 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Spider weights approximately 321 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 1999 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 1999 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Spider |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 996 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 |