1996 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 120 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan Cedric 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 1965 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1965 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
