1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 165 kg more than 1966 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
