1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Sunny | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
