1955 Nissan Sports vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 830 kg more than 1955 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Nissan | Avanti |
| Model | Sports | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 6569 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2780 mm |
