2006 Kia Optima vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 37 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Optima (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 1260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Optima (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Optima | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Optima | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
