1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1969 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 626 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
