1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 261 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Familia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |
