1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 520 kg more than 1976 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 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Shamal | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
