1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 891 kg more than 1978 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Familia | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Mazda | Ferrari |
Model | Familia | 456 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5474 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |