2005 Kia Retona vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 1080 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 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 91 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2200 mm |
