1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 2030 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 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | A |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1989 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
