1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 360 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 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Liana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
