1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 819 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Fleetwood | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7725 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2675 mm |