1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 688 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
