2004 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 185 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
