2007 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Torana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
