2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 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 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2200 mm |
