2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 258 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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 Jazz (151 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
