1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Mazda Atenza
To start off, 2001 Mazda Atenza is newer by 25 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Atenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Atenza (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Atenza should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Atenza weights approximately 230 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, 2001 Mazda Atenza (240 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Atenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2001 Mazda Atenza | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | Atenza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
