2004 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 1972 Porsche 914. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 914 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
