1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 41 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 736 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Familia | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
