2009 Audi A5 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports

To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 54 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 720 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, 2009 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A5 1955 Nissan Sports
Make Audi Nissan
Model A5 Sports
Year Released 2009 1955
Engine Size 1968 cc 859 cc
Horse Power 169 HP 18 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 49 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 3520 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1370 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2160 mm