1952 Nissan Sports vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 59 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Elise weights approximately 176 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Nissan Sports | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | Sports | Elise |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2299 mm |
