2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 1,308 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
