1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 886 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 71 L |
