2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1974 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 46 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Spark | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
