1976 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Proton Arena
To start off, 2003 Proton Arena is newer by 27 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Arena (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Arena weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Proton Arena (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Civic | 2003 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Civic | Arena |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
