1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 56 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 700 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sports | Colt |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1124 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2500 mm |
