2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 800 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | BT-50 | Sports |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2160 mm |
