1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 209 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Cedric | Civic |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
