1973 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 670 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 2007 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Boxster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |