2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 750 kg more than 1952 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Sports |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2160 mm |
