1952 Nissan Sports vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1971 Nissan Skyline is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 370 kg more than 1952 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, 1971 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Nissan Sports | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sports | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1989 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2650 mm |
