2002 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 9 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
