1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 50 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion xA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xA weights approximately 320 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, 2005 Scion xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Sports | xA |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1495 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2380 mm |
