2008 Honda NSX vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 685 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
