1973 Honda Civic vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 33 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 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1472 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 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
