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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (67 HP). 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. 1994 Mazda Midge weights approximately 186 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.

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, 1994 Mazda Midge, 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 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.

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