1972 Mazda Familia vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Serena |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2740 mm |
