1972 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 306 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 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1500 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2489 mm |
