1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 40 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1480 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Mazda Familia 2009 Kia Carnival
Make Mazda Kia
Model Familia Carnival
Year Released 1969 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 75 L


 

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