1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Datsun 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Datsun 1800 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Datsun 1800 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 Datsun 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Datsun | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
