2007 Mazda 3 vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
