1955 Nissan Sports vs. 1986 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 31 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 20 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, 1986 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 1986 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports | Polo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1043 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2340 mm |
