1973 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1033 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 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 2013 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Civic | CTS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
