1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 16 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 685 kg more than 1953 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Sports | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 5210 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2760 mm |
