1979 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 779 kg more than 1979 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Altima |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
