2009 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 711 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Civic (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Sports |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2160 mm |
