1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 38 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 310 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Sports | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 3946 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2290 mm |
