1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 520 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Because 1970 Ford GT 40 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 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Almera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
