1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 39 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 436 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, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Familia | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | Familia | i20 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2525 mm |