1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Familia weights approximately 50 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, 1969 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | Familia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
