1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 760 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 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 3495 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
