1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 37 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 446 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Familia | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Familia | Insight |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1300 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |