1973 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 31 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), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 1195 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 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Retona |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |