2001 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
