1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1966 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2200 mm |
