2007 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 406 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
