2003 Mazda 3 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1970 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 3 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
