1954 Buick 40 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1976 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |
