1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 595 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | Familia | 118 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
