1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1979 Renault 14
To start off, 1979 Renault 14 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,217 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 57 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 14 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 14, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1979 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 14 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
