1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 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 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 375 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Familia | Celica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |