1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1967 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 Mazda 323 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 323 | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
