1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 581 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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Familia | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Familia | 120 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |