1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,397 cc, 2006 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan 1400 (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda 1000 | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 1000 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1397 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |