2005 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Audi Fox
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi Fox would be higher. Both 2005 Honda Civic and 1974 Audi Fox are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Audi Fox weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1974 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Civic | Fox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
