1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2160 mm |
