1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 33 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 545 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | B |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2034 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
