1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 968 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | Familia | CTS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2880 mm |
