2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 397 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1969 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 1969 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Elantra | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Elantra | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
