2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Mazda Midge

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Mazda Midge (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 1994 Mazda Midge
Make Mazda Mazda
Model Familia Midge
Year Released 2000 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3700 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm


 

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