2003 Mazda MPV vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Mazda MPV is newer by 35 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MPV weights approximately 900 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda MPV (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda MPV | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MPV | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
