1996 Honda Today vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Today 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Today weights approximately 32 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Today | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
