1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 932 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
