1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, 1971 Saab 99 is newer by 18 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 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Saab 99 weights approximately 320 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, 1971 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Nissan Sports | 1971 Saab 99 | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Sports | 99 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 860 cc | 1709 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2530 mm |