1977 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Nissan AXY
To start off, 2001 Nissan AXY is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan AXY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan AXY (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan AXY should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan AXY weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Nissan AXY (314 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan AXY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2001 Nissan AXY | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | AXY |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 73 L |
