1986 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 246 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |
