2000 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,980 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Because 1970 Chrysler Centura 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 1970 Chrysler Centura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Honda | Chrysler |
Model | Civic | Centura |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |