1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 37 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 670 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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |
