1975 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 35 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Sandero (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 433 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, 2010 Dacia Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Honda | Dacia |
| Model | Civic | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 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 | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
