1999 Ford Contour vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 44 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 492 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Contour | Sports |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
