1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1661 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Familia | Sentra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2690 mm |