1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 35 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 515 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, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 53 L |
