1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1972 Morris Traveller is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morris Traveller (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Morris Traveller weights approximately 115 kg more than 1968 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, 1972 Morris Traveller (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1972 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Familia | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2380 mm |
