1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Morris Minor weights approximately 48 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | Familia | Minor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2190 mm |
