2002 Honda Z vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 49 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 860 cc, 1953 Nissan Sports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 210 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, 2002 Honda Z (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Sports |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2160 mm |
