2008 Nissan Tiida vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 807 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida, 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Tiida | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Tiida | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
