1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 26 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 180 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, 1996 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | Familia | 400 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
