2006 Mazda 3 vs. 1969 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 1969 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 3 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1987 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
