1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 667 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (210 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2680 mm |
