1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 58 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 900 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sports | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2720 mm |
