1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 4 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvair | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
