1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 28 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 555 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, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2160 mm |
