1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 665 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Nissan 260 ZX 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 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1978 Nissan 260 ZX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Fellow | 260 ZX |
Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |