1952 Nissan Sports vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 61 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 570 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Nissan Sports | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2537 mm |
