1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | 211 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2540 mm |
