2008 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1973 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Kalos | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Kalos | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
