1973 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Proton 300
To start off, 2003 Proton 300 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton 300 weights approximately 290 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 Proton 300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2003 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | 300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
