2007 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pininfarina Coupe would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pininfarina Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe (176 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1983 Pininfarina Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1983 Pininfarina Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Pininfarina |
| Model | Civic | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
