1953 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2009 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2009 Nissan Cube is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Cube (120 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air (271 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Cube. (127 Nm). This means 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2009 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Bel Air | Cube |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
