1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 522 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 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2490 mm |
