2005 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 480 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.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
