1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 555 kg more than 1970 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1994 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
