1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 47 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 740 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sports | Outback |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2660 mm |
