1975 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 32 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 2 (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 447 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, 2007 Mazda 2 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
