1998 Nissan Almera vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 Nissan Almera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Almera weights approximately 195 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356.
Because 1955 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Almera | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Almera | 356 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2110 mm |
