2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Cedric (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
