1972 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Familia weights approximately 62 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 79 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2200 mm |
