2007 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Toyota 1000
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 1000 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 1000. (46 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 841 kg more than 1968 Toyota 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 1000. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1968 Toyota 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
