1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 1,308 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 616 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 RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
