1971 Holden Torana vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, both 1971 Holden Torana and 1971 Mazda Familia were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Torana weights approximately 296 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Holden Torana (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Torana | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Torana | Familia |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |