1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 32 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Mazda | Panoz |
| Model | Familia | AIV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 59 L |
