1988 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Civic weights approximately 250 kg more than 1953 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, 1988 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Sports |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
