2009 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Subaru R-2
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1970 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1970 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | R-2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1930 mm |
