1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 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 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 480 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 RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | RX-7 | Familia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |