2009 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 312 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |