1993 Honda Concerto vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 357 kg more than 1975 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, 1993 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Concerto | 1975 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Concerto | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
