1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1986 Nissan Santana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Santana weights approximately 326 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Santana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2560 mm |
