1952 Nissan Sports vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 29 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 460 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Nissan Sports | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sports | Celica |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2620 mm |
