1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Morris Minor weights approximately 2 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Familia | Minor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2190 mm |
