1974 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 19 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 2,616 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 360 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, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda RX-4 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-4 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |
