1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 640 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, 2009 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Familia | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Familia | 120 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |