1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 580 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 Porsche 996 (386 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | 996 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
