1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 7 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 66 (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 66 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
