1999 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
