1989 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1989 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Civic | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
