2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1645 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Express | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
