1975 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Capri 2007 Honda Civic
Make Ford Honda
Model Capri Civic
Year Released 1975 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4300 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2710 mm