1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 36 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 205 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2160 mm |
