1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xA weights approximately 26 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1969 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 1969 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA, 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | Fairlady | xA |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
