1997 Honda Legend vs. 1969 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 930 kg more than 1969 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Honda Legend 1969 Mazda Familia
Make Honda Mazda
Model Legend Familia
Year Released 1997 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 79 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 57 L