2005 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 2005 Honda Civic and 1976 Toyota Celica are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |