1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 459 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Centura.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1973 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Centura | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Centura | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
