1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Note (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 436 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 Nissan Note (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Note |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1461 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
