1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1966 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corolla (59 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Nissan Sports weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sports | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1077 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2290 mm |
