1991 Honda Concerto vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (108 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Concerto weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto, 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, 1972 Porsche 914 (160 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Concerto | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Concerto | 914 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
