2005 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 374 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
