1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 34 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 461 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2201 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
