1980 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1976 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Celica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
