1978 Toyota Sprinter 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 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 387 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Sprinter | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | Civic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1798 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4456 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
