2005 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
