1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 903 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Fellow | Altima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2675 mm |
