1967 Mazda Familia vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 795 kg more than 1967 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mazda Familia | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Familia | Firebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2750 mm |