1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2002 TVR Tamora is newer by 34 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tamora weights approximately 240 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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Mazda | TVR |
Model | Familia | Tamora |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |