1975 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 505 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 Honda Civic (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Sunny | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1305 kg |
