1976 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Today weights approximately 35 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Civic | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Today |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
