1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 29 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | 200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
