1998 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Celica weights approximately 46 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica 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 1972 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |