1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 22 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 835 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Sports |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 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 |
