2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mazda 929 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 1973 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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 (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
