2005 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pininfarina Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pininfarina Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe (125 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe should accelerate faster 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, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe (176 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1983 Pininfarina Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1983 Pininfarina Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Pininfarina |
| Model | Civic | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
