2007 Mazda 5 vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1974 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 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 5 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
