1973 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is newer by 32 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | MX-Flexa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
