1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 46 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 790 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Sports | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2570 mm |
