1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 39 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2640 mm |
