1972 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 36 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1910 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
