1978 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 102 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Civic | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | Familia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |