2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 779 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Malibu | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2200 mm |
