1974 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 242 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Civic |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |