1955 Nissan Sports vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 22 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 340 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, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | Sports | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1639 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2670 mm |
