1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 1045 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 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2680 mm |
