1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,033 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 605 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 Mercedes-Benz B (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | B |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2780 mm |
