1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | 200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
