1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 21 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 620 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | 993 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3589 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2280 mm |
