1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 441 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvair | 1400 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2375 cc | 1397 cc |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |