1964 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 350 kg more than 1964 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mazda Familia | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Corona |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1968 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
