1974 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 625 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 Toyota Model F 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 Toyota Model F. 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 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Model F |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2240 mm |
