1974 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 205 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Hyundai Pony 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 1985 Hyundai Pony. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1985 Hyundai Pony (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Civic | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Civic | Pony |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |