1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 20 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 574 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Magna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2351 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
