1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 37 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |
