2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | U4 B | Familia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2200 mm |
