1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 857 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Shuttle | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Shuttle | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
