2001 Acura CL vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 780 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | CL | Familia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
