1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 810 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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2690 mm |
