1996 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 395 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
