1973 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 720 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 Mercedes-Benz C (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2148 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
