2009 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 141 kg more than 1967 Nissan Cedric. 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 (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
