2009 Honda Civic vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 498 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| 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 | 1193 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
