1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 750 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
