1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Familia | 120 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |