2000 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 370 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 1976 Toyota Corolla. 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 (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |