1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 41 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 666 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Familia | 6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2789 mm |