1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 3 weights approximately 583 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2639 mm |
