1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1839 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
