1997 Mazda Sentia vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Mazda Sentia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 912 kg more than 1966 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Sentia | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Sentia | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
