1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (88 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 371 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | A |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2600 mm |