1991 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 318 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
