1974 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 39 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Veloster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Veloster weights approximately 580 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Civic | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
