1972 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2270 mm |
