2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 970 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.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-150 | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2210 mm |