1977 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1977 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 Brilliance BS6 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Brilliance |
| Model | Familia | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
