2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,400 cc, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 120 L |
