2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 33 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 705 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Brilliance | Mazda |
| Model | BS4 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
