1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 53 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 430 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, 2008 Rover 45 (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sports | 45 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2630 mm |
