1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Civic (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | 211 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1305 kg |
