1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1978 Nissan Skyline is newer by 25 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 300 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sports | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |
