1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Nissan Juke

To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 44 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 552 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.

Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Mazda Familia 2012 Nissan Juke
Make Mazda Nissan
Model Familia Juke
Year Released 1968 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1342 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4125 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L


 

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