1979 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 2 (99 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 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, 2010 Mazda 2 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | 2 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |