1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 30 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 440 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | A |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2034 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
