1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1977 Mazda Familia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 496 kg more than 1977 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Familia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
