2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 545 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Nubira | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2200 mm |
