2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1969 Saab Sonett
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Saab Sonett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Saab Sonett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Saab Sonett (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Saab Sonett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1969 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Familia | Sonett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
