1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 640 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Familia | 318 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2770 mm |
