1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 40 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 664 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Familia | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2634 mm |
