1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 136 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 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Familia | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2270 mm |
