2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
