1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 496 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, 2008 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | 45 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
