1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 1,999 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 494 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 Mazda 6 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
