1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 800 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
