1998 Honda Civic vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | 211 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |