1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 712 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 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | S40 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
