1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 33 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 400 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, 1986 Vauxhall Carlton (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1986 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sports | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2680 mm |
