1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 522 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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Familia | 120 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
