1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 450 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
