1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1973 Ford Cortina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 290 kg more than 1952 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, 1973 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Sports |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2160 mm |
