1974 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 22 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 835 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.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Honda Civic | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Verada |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |