1996 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 460 kg more than 1955 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Sports |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
