1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 31 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 360 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
