1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 513 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, 2011 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Familia | Civic |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2649 mm |
