2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 752 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
