1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1976 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Applause | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
