1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chrysler Sedan 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 1975 Chrysler Sedan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Sedan | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Sedan | Civic |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |