2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
