1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 230 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sports | Celica |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1770 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
