1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 30 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 526 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Mazda Familia 2001 Panoz Esperante
Make Mazda Panoz
Model Familia Esperante
Year Released 1971 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 49 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 744 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2700 mm


 

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