1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 35 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 508 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |
