1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 44 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 637 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
