1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 750 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Familia | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Familia | Frontier |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |