1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo 144 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 546 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, 1966 Volvo 144 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 144 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |
