1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Renault 14
To start off, 1983 Renault 14 is newer by 13 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 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 57 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 14 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 14 (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1983 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 14 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |
