1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 44 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1323 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
