1974 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 26 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 785 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 2000 Honda NSX 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 2000 Honda NSX. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | NSX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
