1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 is newer by 4 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 62 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, 1970 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
