1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 988 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SSC Aero weights approximately 489 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1247 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Mazda | SSC |
| Model | Familia | Aero |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 6000 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
