2008 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 1978 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Honda | Avanti |
Model | Civic | Avanti |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |