2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall VX4. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | NP300 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
