1988 Honda Concerto vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Concerto | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
