1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1973 Mazda Familia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
Model | DB4 | Familia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |