2000 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
