2006 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 778 kg more than 1973 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 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
