1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L 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 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 75 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 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Sports | L |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1046 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
