1998 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mazda 1000 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 Mazda 1000. 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 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1976 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
