1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 526 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2360 mm |
