1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 44 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 410 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1389 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |
