1999 Audi A2 vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Audi A2 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 735 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Because 1965 Nissan President 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 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2, 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, 1965 Nissan President (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A2. (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A2. 1965 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A2 | President |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
