1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 560 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
