1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 54 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 480 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, 2009 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Nissan Sports | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Sports | Corsa |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 859 cc | 1389 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |