2006 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 667 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
