1975 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 157 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 929 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 929 | Civic |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |