1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 28 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 305 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | A |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2430 mm |
