1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 670 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
