1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza (77 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 150 kg more than 1966 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, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mazda Familia | 1974 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Familia | Firenza |
Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 984 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |