1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 36 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 653 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
