1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1972 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Buick Invicta | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Invicta | Familia |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 987 cc |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |