2008 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 194 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1976 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1976 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 912 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
