2004 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 547 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 1969 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
