1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 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 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 929 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
