2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 779 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
