1975 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, both 1975 Honda Civic and 1975 Datsun 260Z were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 425 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 1975 Datsun 260Z 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 Datsun 260Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Honda | Datsun |
Model | Civic | 260Z |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |