1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1976 Mini MK IV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Familia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 1976 Mini MK IV | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | Familia | MK IV |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2040 mm |