2002 Lada Samara II vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Samara II weights approximately 166 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lada Samara II (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara II | Familia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
