2006 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President.
Because 1968 Nissan President 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 1968 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1968 Nissan President | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | President |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2974 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
