1998 Honda CRX vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 26 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CRX weights approximately 378 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, 1998 Honda CRX (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CRX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
