1967 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 531 kg more than 1967 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 MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | Sunny | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2329 mm |