1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover 2000 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 468 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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
