1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Toyota MR2 is newer by 32 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 265 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, 2008 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
