2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan 1400 (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 1400 | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1400 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
