1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 43 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 931 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Mazda Familia 2011 Infiniti EX
Make Mazda Infiniti
Model Familia EX
Year Released 1968 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1721 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1572 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 76 L


 

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