1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Porsche 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Porsche 1300 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |
