1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 580 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2420 mm |
