1975 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 38 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 911 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic. 2013 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Honda Civic | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 56 L |