1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 37 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 447 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
