1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 1972 Honda Civic | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Deauville | Civic |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |