2006 Mazda 3 vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 537 kg more than 1966 Nissan Sunny. 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 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
