2004 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 912 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2220 mm |