2004 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 325 kg more than 1965 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Corona 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 1965 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |