2000 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1974 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Firenza |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |