1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 765 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Sports |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2160 mm |
