1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Nova is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nova | City |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |