2001 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 114 kg more than 1972 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
