1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 32 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 606 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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3200 mm |
