1996 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |