1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Corolla | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1216 kg |