2002 Honda Acty vs. 1970 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
Because 1970 Nissan Laurel 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 1970 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, 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, 1970 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 1970 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 1970 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Acty | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1025 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
