1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 307 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Familia | Micra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 46 L |