1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 26 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 175 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, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
