1983 Honda Civic vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 731 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 TVR Speed 12 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 2002 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 787 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
