1996 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 258 kg more than 1971 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 Honda Civic (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2200 mm |
