2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 1960 Porsche 718
To start off, 2001 Nissan Pickup is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 718 (146 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 851 kg more than 1960 Porsche 718.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Pickup | 1960 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pickup | 718 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2110 mm |
