1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon is newer by 30 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 319 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1999 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Familia | Neon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
