1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 155 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, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
