1972 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Nissan Fairlady 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 1972 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Fairlady | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlady | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
