2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 947 kg more than 1970 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 Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2200 mm |
