2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 676 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 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 5 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
