1996 Honda CRX vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda CRX | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | CRX | 912 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |