2007 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
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 Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 886 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Sunny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |