2000 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 670 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. 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 1975 Honda Life. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1975 Honda Life | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Life |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 50.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |