1968 Innocenti C vs. 1970 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1970 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti C would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (110 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti C. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Innocenti C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Nissan Fairlady is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti C | 1970 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | C | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2310 mm |
