1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 464 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Impala 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 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Versa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2601 mm |
