1973 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 38 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 686 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | HHR |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2629 mm |
