1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 881 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 1997 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Scorpio | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
