1996 BMW 318 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 BMW 318 is newer by 26 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 318 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1970 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, 1996 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 318 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 318 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
