1972 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 736 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, 2012 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Familia | Stream |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
