2006 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 698 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1979 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |