1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 40 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 915 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Impala |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2807 mm |
