2003 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 1970 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |