1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 770 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, 2010 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | S40 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2639 mm |
