1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 31 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 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fiesta (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Nissan Sports weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Sports |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2160 mm |
