2002 Mazda Laputa vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Sunny (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Sunny (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Laputa | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Laputa | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
