2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | I-350 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
