1971 Vauxhall Firenza vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 452 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Vauxhall Firenza 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 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
| Model | Firenza | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
