1977 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 323 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1720 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
