1973 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 30 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 865 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Inspire |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |