2005 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 600 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | Turbo De Tomaso |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
