1975 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 177 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
