2009 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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 (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 374 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |