1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 38 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 643 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.
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, 2006 Volvo S40, 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | S40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
