2004 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry 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 55 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. 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 (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
