1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1976 Chrysler 1609 has manual transmission. 1976 Chrysler 1609 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 1609 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
