2000 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 138 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |