1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 593 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2639 mm |
