2007 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa. 2001 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
