1984 Honda Civic vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Honda Civic (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Sports |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2160 mm |
