1998 Maserati Shamal vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 520 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Shamal | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Shamal | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 |
