1973 Mazda Familia vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1973 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1973 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Familia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 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, 1973 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | Familia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2200 mm |
