1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 31 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 550 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1869 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
