1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 726 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
Model | Familia | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 6285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |