1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 20 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 790 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, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Indy | Sports |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2160 mm |
