1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 605 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 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Familia | i30 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1582 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
