2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z. 1970 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Familia | Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
