2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 542 kg more than 1968 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
