1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 22 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 540 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, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1998 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Familia | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
