2006 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1962 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
