1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 33 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 345 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, 2003 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2490 mm |
