1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 645 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang 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 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |