1973 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
