1975 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1995 Proton Saloon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Proton Saloon (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Proton Saloon weights approximately 272 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Proton Saloon (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1995 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
