1973 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 731 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Familia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2356 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2775 mm |
