1977 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 365 kg more than 1977 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 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Yaris |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |