2005 Honda Civic vs. 1958 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1958 Opel Kapitan 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 1958 Opel Kapitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1958 Opel Kapitan has manual transmission. 1958 Opel Kapitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1958 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
