2004 Mazda 3 vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1967 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
