1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 85 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 367 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Civic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4456 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
