2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 541 kg more than 1971 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2200 mm |
