1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2852 mm |
