1975 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (64 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 842 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
