2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 750 kg more than 1973 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 Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Tribute | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
