1979 Ford Capri vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1979 Ford Capri is newer by 26 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 340 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, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Capri | Sports |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2160 mm |
