1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
