1999 Ford 021 C vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford 021 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford 021 C would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford 021 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford 021 C (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C, 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, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 1999 Ford 021 C has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford 021 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford 021 C | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 021 C | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
