1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1966 Ford Zephyr is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 500 kg more than 1953 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Sports |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2160 mm |
