2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 34 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Accent | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Accent | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 110 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |