1975 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 395 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 Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Yaris |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |