1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 32 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 711 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Magna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
