1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 35 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 667 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Familia | ION |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
