2009 Lexus IS vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1967 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 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | IS | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3454 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
