1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 256 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, 1957 Talbot Lago America (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot Lago America will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Mazda | Talbot |
| Model | Familia | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
