Mazda Familia Wagon 1.8 (125 Hp)
Mazda Familia:
The Mazda Familia , also marketed prominently as the Mazda 323, Mazda Protegé and Mazda Allegro, is a small family car that was manufactured by Mazda between 1963 and 2003. The Familia line was replaced by the Mazda3/Axela for 2004.
It was marketed as the Familia in Japan, which means "family" in Latin. For export, earlier models were sold with nameplates including: "800", "1000", "1200", and "1300". In North America, the 1200 was replaced by the Mazda GLC, with newer models becoming "323" and "Protegé". In Europe, all Familias sold after 1977 were called "323"....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Wagon Overview:
Mazda Familia (Wagon). Weighing only 1010 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (125 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback: 1989 - 1994).
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| Brand: | Mazda |
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| Model: | Familia |
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| Generation: | Wagon |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (125 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1994 |
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| End of production: | 1998 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 69.5 Hp/l [180mm more] |
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| Engine displacement: | 1798 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 83.1 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.8:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.1 kg/Hp, 123.8 Hp/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1010 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4175 mm [180mm more] |
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| Width: | 1665 mm [10mm less] |
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| Height: | 1480 mm [100mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm [50mm less] |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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