2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 57 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 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 790 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Eclipse | Sports |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |
