2006 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Victor 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 1973 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Civic | Victor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 3294 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
