1988 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Vauxhall Viva
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 1968 Vauxhall Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1968 Vauxhall Viva | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Civic | Viva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
