1998 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 365 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, 1998 Ford Focus (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Sports |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2160 mm |
