1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2004 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Maxima is newer by 51 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 805 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, 2004 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2004 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sports | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2830 mm |
