1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 746 kg more than 1971 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Nova | Familia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
