2007 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
