1975 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 27 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Vamos weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos 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 2002 Honda Vamos. 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
