1999 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 1973 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Lanos. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daewoo Lanos | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
Model | Lanos | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |