1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 721 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | Familia | Corvette |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2685 mm |