1953 Porsche 1300 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 592 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Porsche 1300 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2776 mm |
