1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M12 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Mazda | Noble |
| Model | Familia | M12 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2968 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
