2007 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
