1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
