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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 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 470 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 (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). 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 | 1396 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
