1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 715 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Nissan Sports | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports | Jetta |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 860 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2578 mm |