1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 450 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, 2001 Mazda 626, 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, 2001 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 626 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
