1990 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 486 kg more than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Civic | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
