1975 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 30 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 372 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
