1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 460 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mazda 1000 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 1970 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
