1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 1 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 195 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2160 mm |
