1974 Volkswagen K 70 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen K 70.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1974 Volkswagen K 70 has manual transmission. 1974 Volkswagen K 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | K 70 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
