1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 122 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Hyundai Accent, 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 (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Fairlady | Accent |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
