1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 296 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, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Familia | Firenza |
Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |