1966 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 961 kg more than 1966 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Sunny | 6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2789 mm |
