1967 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
