2007 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 1975 Nissan 260 ZX 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 1975 Nissan 260 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1975 Nissan 260 ZX (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1975 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
