2007 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 585 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
