1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 506 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 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | B |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1699 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
