1973 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 620 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
