2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2200 mm |
