2000 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | 2000GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |