1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1966 Seat 600
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Seat 600 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 25 more horse power than 1966 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1966 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Familia weights approximately 169 kg more than 1966 Seat 600. 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 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1966 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | 600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2010 mm |
