1952 Nissan Sports vs. 1978 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 304 is newer by 26 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 200 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, 1978 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Nissan Sports | 1978 Peugeot 304 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Sports | 304 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 860 cc | 1290 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2600 mm |