2005 Honda Stream vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 685 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 Stream, 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 Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Stream | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
