1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1976 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | 320 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3208 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3310 mm |
