1953 Nissan Sports vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 59 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 789 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sports | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 2967 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2760 mm |
