1961 Lotus Seven vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1969 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1961 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1961 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 612 kg more than 1961 Lotus Seven. 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:
| 1961 Lotus Seven | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Seven | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 432 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
