1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 1,308 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 325 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 RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1308 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
