1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 40 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 330 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 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
