1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 27 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 875 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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (131 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
